Lead Test Automation Developer, IT App Dev

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. - Columbus, OH

Job Description#informationtechnology #diversity #VeteranNationwide’s cutting-edge Software Development Services team is staffing several positions. We’re seeking candidates with 6 years of Object-Oriented programming or test automation experience working in an Agile environment using Ruby/Cucumber. Insurance or Financial industry experience is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field highly preferred. Primary Responsibilities: This role is for a Test Automation Lead role, leading a team of automation test developers in creating automated test using Ruby/Cucumber. Should have at least 5 years of IT Testing and test automation experience primarily using Ruby. This role will require: __ Technical Skills__ Demonstrated knowledge of testing processes, standards and best practices Test automation development experience Developing automation tests from acceptance test criteria requirements Understanding of one or more functional Object-Oriented programming languages including Ruby Writing complex queries and scripts using SQL Knowledge of OOP design principles Knowledge of Acceptance Test Driven Development/Test Driven Development Experience creating Ruby test automation in an Agile/Lean development environment Experience creating test automation frameworks from scratch. Identify and manage defects, secure fixes and re-run tests Cucumber/Gherkin or equivalent behavior driven development experience Collaboration /negotiation in a team environment Excellent communication and people interaction skills__Leadership Skills: Experience organizing and managing test automation code assets Proven ability to lead and manage test automation developers in both testing and Ruby best practices Experience creating and implementing test plans for all phases of development, including Master Test strategies, test data management strategies, risk & dependency mitigation strategies and Release and Regression Test Planning Ability to track and report appropriate testing metrics to stakeholders Collaborate and coordinate with business partners throughout testing phases Coach and Uplift testing capability and best practices on the line Ability to create strategy around automated testing vs manual testing Understand and follow Agile/SCRUM practices (daily stand-ups, 3 Amigo, estimation, iteration planning, etc.) Adhere to enterprise processes such as Quality Center for defectsThis role is expected to be an Agile champion on the team and is responsible for fostering a continuous improvement and team collaborative culture. Candidate should also possess solid leadership and communication skills and demonstrate a strong desire to learn new technologies and development practices.--------------------------JOB SUMMARY: With full competency, devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operating time, and form of desired results. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents those programs. Competent to work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications programming activities.RELATIONSHIP: Manager/DirectorJOB RESPONSIBILITIES1. Develops cost-effective information technology solutions by creating new and modifying existing software applications that are more complex with full competency.2. Analyzes and validates complex system requirements and existing business processes and information systems. Designs, develops and implements new programs and/or modifications of existing applications. Responsible for the more complex designs, prototypes and other methodologies for new and/or existing systems including the development and implementation of test plans and program specifications with various interfaces.3. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents and implements complex software applications according to standards.4. Defines and develops specifications and programs complex technical modules, applications, prototypes and computer programs.5. Assists in leading all aspects of applications programming and development including file design, update, storage and retrieval.6. Evaluates and provides technical solutions to complex application development problems.7. May coordinate activities of a project team and assist in monitoring project schedules and costs.8. May act as a technical programming consultant for small-scale projects that include multiple product lines and various interfaces.9. Performs other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTS:Education: Undergraduate studies in computer science, management information systems, mathematics or related field is preferred.Experience: Six years of experience in programming and systems analysis. Project management experience is preferred.Knowledge: Must have proven knowledge in computer programming language. Must have a thorough understanding in systems and data processing policies, practices and procedures. Must have a thorough understanding in systems analysis and design techniques. Must have extensive knowledge of the systems development life cycle. Understanding of project management concepts and techniques required.Skills/Competencies: Must have the ability to analyze complex applications and systems. Must be able to program complex systems requiring minimal interfaces. Must possess problem-solving skills to determine the programming effects on existing systems. Must have strong decision-making skills for problem identification and solution recommendation. Must have written and oral communication skills to prepare and communicate programming plans and procedures as well as to interact with all levels within the company.Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values and Guiding Behaviors.Staffing Exceptions to the above minimum job requirements must be approved by the: Director and HR OfficerJOB CONDITIONS:Overtime Eligibility: Not EligibleWorking Conditions: Normal office environment. Associates may have on-call responsibility after normal working hours and/or on weekends.ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.Credit Check: Not ApplicableSafety Sensitive (SS): Not ApplicableJob Evaluation Activity: Evaluated: MDK (12-22-03)Job Family/Function: MIS/TAP

Company Profile:
Nationwide is a company where every voice is heard and valued. We understand the importance of associates with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to serve our customers.
"I am proud of our associates and agents who help protect what matters most to our customers," Nationwide CEO Stephen S. Rasmussen said. "It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion that helps us meet our On Your Side promise every day. From our board of directors to our executive team to our associates and agents, we know we can accomplish great things together."